Palm Beach Atlantic University

The annual Enlightening Minds publication is now available online! This edition features the remarkable breadth of research, scholarship and educational innovation that characterizes Palm Beach Atlantic University. This year's publication shines a spotlight on PBA graduates who are carving out remarkable paths in research alongside our distinguished faculty whose expertise fosters a thriving environment for discovery. Explore the publication, share in the successes of graduates and faculty and celebrate the collective effort that makes PBA truly outstanding! Check out Enlightening Minds here: https://lnkd.in/eEcb6Hvc

We had a GREAT time at PBA Night at the Ballpark this year! Thank you to all who came out to represent the Sailfish and cheer on President Schwinn as she threw the first pitch! ⚾ 🐟

When PBA student-athlete Tanner Pohl was a child, he was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. During those challenging days, Make-A-Wish granted him a dream trip to Disneyland. For Tanner and his family, it was a magical escape from the harsh reality of hospital stays and treatments. This year, Tanner and the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) at PBA have a $10,000 goal to raise funds in partnership with Make-A-Wish Foundation to see another dream come true for a child with a critical illness. We invite you to learn more about Tanner's story and give today to help the SAAC reach their goal: https://bit.ly/3WgwFVC

School of Nursing graduate student AnnaMae Predtechenskis was recently surprised by her colleagues at Good Samaritan Medical Center with an award honoring her selflessness, love and compassion! AnnaMae and her sister, Claire, spent several months as caretakers and guardians for a young woman from Israel, Liel, who is non-verbal and has autism. For AnnaMae's exemplary service to others, she was chosen to be part of Tenet Health System's Heroes Hall of Fame. Congratulations, AnnaMae, we are proud of you! Learn more about their story here: pba.edu/humanitarian-award

As America marks 248 years of independence, we reflect on God's blessings and celebrate the freedom and democracy that have shaped our nation! This Independence Day, let us recognize all of the liberties we enjoy and honor those who have sacrificed to uphold the values of equality, justice and unity that define us as Americans. Happy Independence Day from PBA! 🇺🇸 🎇

This year students have attended study abroad programs in Hungary, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, England, Greece, Turkey and New Zealand ✈️ 🌏 Some students spent a whole semester abroad, learning new languages, taking classes and even student-teaching, while others traveled with professors on a class abroad two-week trip. Through the Rinker Center for Experiential Learning, there is a study abroad opportunity available for every student! Follow the link to find out more: pba.edu/rcel

PBA grad Aaron Miechiels’  journey is a testament to resilience, faith and the pursuit of excellence. As a standout athlete and dedicated student at PBA, Aaron flourished as he played a pivotal role in leading the men’s lacrosse team to its best season in the program’s history. More importantly, he found a community that shared his values, a factor that deeply influenced his calling to pursue physical therapy as a career. Read more of Aaron's story by following the link: https://bit.ly/4ejXw9Z

Josuah Tilus recently graduated with his Doctor of Pharmacy and a Master of Business Administration from PBA's Lloyd L. Gregory School of Pharmacy. He is excited to approach pharmacy with an entrepreneurial mindset! Josuah plans to support a rural area of over 50 miles in Northwest Washington, providing 3,000 people with better access to medications. After working in a community pharmacy setting as a student, he is passionate about forming meaningful relationships with patients and providing them a personable and high-quality healthcare experience! Read more of Josuah's story here: https://bit.ly/3VSBwMp

Today Dr. Jay Jackson, Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice and Associate Dean of Student Affairs, shares a reflection on Juneteenth: “Freedom” is a term many Americans take for granted. For millions of slaves in the Southern United States, “freedom” arrived on January 1, 1863, with President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation. However, more than 200,000 Texan slaves would not receive news of their freedom until June 19, 1865, over two years later. Today we celebrate the freedom granted after 250 years of the chattel slavery system in America. Juneteenth is more than a national holiday; it is an opportunity to celebrate Christ’s redemptive work that has triumphed over the sin of slavery in our country. As Christians, we know God cares deeply for the oppressed and marginalized. Despite the trauma of the past and the ongoing work needed, the reality is that God has performed a wonderful, redemptive work in our nation. By His Spirit, He has vanquished the sin of slavery and moved us closer to a more heaven-like society with liberty and justice for all. Gone are the days of segregation, Jim Crow laws, redlining, and other works of darkness. Now that is a cause for celebration! Read more from Dr. Jackson here: https://bit.ly/3VIO2hj

PBA's applications for admission have increased over 300% compared to before the COVID pandemic! According to data from the National Center for Education Statistics, analyzed by Numerade, PBA ranks THIRD among the top 50 colleges where applications are on the rise compared to pre-COVID. As we continue to grow, PBA's top tier programs are attaining the highest accreditation and attracting students from every region of the United States and around the world. We are grateful for all of the students and families who continue to trust PBA with their education and dream God-Sized dreams with us! To learn more about this exciting ranking, follow the link: https://bit.ly/3Xuf0dV